Petrokina Leads in Stunning Comeback at European Skating Championships

Defending champion Niina Petrokina leads the women's short programme at the European Figure Skating Championships after a remarkable comeback post-surgery. She scored 70.61 points, outpacing competitors Nina Pinzarrone and Anna Pezzetta. Georgian pair Metelkina and Berulava excelled in the pairs short programme, overcoming travel delays to top the leaderboard.

European Figure Skating Championships saw a thrilling performance by defending champion Niina Petrokina, who despite a recent surgery, dominated the women's short programme.

Petrokina's score of 70.61 distanced her from Nina Pinzarrone and Anna Pezzetta, making a remarkable return to the ice.

In pairs, Georgia's Anastasiia Metelkina and Luka Berulava enthralled the audience with their superior skate, which placed them ahead despite visa-related challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)